Amazon Expands in Bengaluru with 1.1 Million Sq Ft New Office Space
- Industry News
- June 20, 2024
Mumbai’s office market saw a 79% year-on-year growth in H1 2024, with transactions reaching 5.8 million sq ft and new completions rising by 205%. Average office rents increased by 4%, reflecting strong demand. The residential market also thrived, with a 16% increase in sales and a 4% price rise.
READ MOREIndia’s office space demand hit a record 33.54 million sq ft in H1 2024, a 29% increase year-on-year. Bengaluru led the surge, with flexible workspaces driving growth. Despite leasing highs, office space investments fell 83% in Q2 2024. JLL projects record leasing of 65-70 million sq ft for 2024.
READ MOREGlobal Capability Centers (GCCs) drive 37% of India’s office leasing, attributed to BFSI and technology firms. Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad lead in leasing, highlighting strategic importance. Diversified tenant demand and flexible office spaces indicate continued growth in India’s commercial real estate.
READ MOREFour major MNCs, including Qualcomm and IBM India, have leased over 870,000 sq. ft. of office space in Hyderabad’s booming IT sector. This surge reflects the city’s robust real estate market and infrastructure development. Hyderabad is solidifying its position as a premier business hub with strong residential and commercial growth.
READ MOREAmazon is expanding its presence in Bengaluru by leasing 1.1 million sq ft of office space from Sattva Group to house over 7,000 employees. This expansion is located near the international airport and is part of Amazon’s broader growth strategy in major Indian cities.
READ MOREOffice leasing will surge in 2024, driven by the technology sector. Prime cities like Bengaluru and Hyderabad lead the growth. In 2023, office absorption hit a four-year high, with significant contributions from Global Capability Centres. This trend is set to continue, reflecting a strong commercial real estate market.
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